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Determination of carotenoid contents in three vegetables Kolitis (Amaranthus spinosus), Lupo (Alternanthera sessilis), and Tugabang (Corchorus olitorius)
(2014)
This study aimed to determine the presence of carotenoids in three vegetable samples Kolitis (Amaranthus spinosus), Lupo (Alternanthera sessilis), and Tugabang (Corchorus olitorius). The carotenoids were extracted using absolute ethanol and determined using UV/Vis spectroscophotometer. The absorption of B-carotene, Astaxanthin, Lycopene and Zeaxanthin were read at wavelength of 450, 466, 471, and 478 nm respectively. From the results, it was found that kolitis had 23.3 pg/g of B-carotene, 76.7 pg/g Astaxanthin, 46.6 pg/g Lycopene, and 83.3 pg/g Zeaxanthin. Tugabang had 21.0 pg/g B-carotene, 76.1 pg/g Astaxanthin, 46.7 pg/g Lycopene, and 71.4 pg/g Zeaxanthin. Lupo had 23.1 pg/g B-carotene, 76.7 pg/g Astaxanthin. 48.1 pg/g Lycopene, and 72.2 pg/g Zeaxanthin. Many antioxidant products are being sold in the market. However, it is uncertain if all of them are effective and safe. Based on the result of this study, it is recommended to include kolitis, tugabang, and lupo in the diet to obtain carotenoids which is a source of vitamin A....
Phytochemical contents of Swietenia mahogani leaves and winged seeds
(2014)
The general objective of this study was to determine the phytochemical contents of mahogany leaves and winged seeds. Ethanol extracts of mahogany winged seeds and leaves underwent qualitative tests for anthraquinones and ...
A comparative study on the top visible dewlap (TVD) leaf nutrient content of eight sugarcane varieties grown for six and eight months
(1980)
For the past thirty years the Sugar Regulatory Administration, including the defunct Philsugin and Philsucom, have been equipped only to use soil testing as the main basis for fertilizer recommendation. This system of ...
A comparative study of the rate of decomposition of ascorbic acid in stored and preserved pepper (Capsicum annum) using rice hull as retardant
(1990)
Peppers are rich in vitamins especially vitamin C and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, iron and a pungent ingredient known as capsaicin. Peppers are used as condiment and extensively in flavoring meats such as sausages ...
Attitudes of mass communication students of Central Philippine University towards heavy metal music
(2015-03)
Music interconnection with society can be seen throughout history. Every known culture on earth has music. From generation to generation, these cultures evolve and so does music. It is one of those art forms that are ...
A legend: An analysis on the media’s portrayal on Whang-od’s persona and contribution in the recognition and preservation of Philippine culture (a tri-media research)
(2017-04)
A Content Analysis of the articles (print media), documentaries (broadcast media) and blogs (new media) was done to explore how media portrayed Whang-Od and pambabatok and how these portrayals helped in the recognition and ...
Images, portrayals, values and common messages in the movies: Mean Girls and The Clique
(2012-03)
The study is an analysis on the images, portrayals, common messages and values that are present in the movies: Mean Girls and The Clique. Through the researcher’s study, the two films discussed the costume, dialogue and ...
Perception of 4th year high school students of Concepcion L. Cazenas Memorial School towards Tagalog-dubbed Hollywood movies.
(2014-09)
Nowadays, film industry as a medium of communication plays a vital role in providing information and spreading a country’s culture. Film dubbing is a new form communication medium in which the original language version of ...
Perception of high school students on selfies posted on social networking sites
(2016-03)
This is an exploratory research study designed to determine the Perception of High School Students of Sinamay High School on Selfie Posted on Social Networking Sites. Specifically, the study determined the demographic ...
“Annyeong!’’: Influence of Kdrama on Filipino teenagers
(2019-02)
Since the advancement of technology in this generation has a big influence to the society especially to the teenagers, this study aimed to investigate and understand the effects of watching K-drama on Filipino teenagers ...